(05-15-2025, 08:33 PM)Lord Windos Wrote:

Spoiler

(Sorry for putting this off - I got a lot of plates that needed spinning, and since I figured you'd be busy with your Trip....)

You get to Main Street without much issue - though you could feel Iron Leaves being somewhat miserable in her Ball (omph) - and by the time you spot the Street Performance it was already gearing up to begin its 2nd Act : The Clash Between Light (Bayhama Settlers) and the Loam (Lepia) .

You see two actors with their Pokemon on the 'set' - one dressed in what you recognize as very traditional Sinnish clothing, accompanied by a Chatot and Infernape , and the other dressed similarly to Ianai, though in a more earthy, Grassy tones, a Arbok and what looked like an Leafy Electabuzz at his side. The Sinnish settler had bright blond hair and a angry scowl on her face, hands bunched up into fists, while the Lepian had a stony frown and  hia arms crossed

"Oh Giratina Damn You! Why must you remain so stubborn? Is what my people ask so utterly impossible, so reprehensible, that you are willing to wage war. Be reasonable!"

"Hmpt. Do not expect an Outsider to Understand what this Land, our Responsibility to it, Truly Means. We barely tolerate your settlement, obscene and foul to the Natural Order it is. Do not push your Fortune - you Will Not be Found in Favor."

The audience was 'ooohing' and awing at the drama taking place, as tension were coming to a boil and the First Bushland Wars was ready to Erupt! It was then a Pause fell over the play and the crowd grew excited - and then bursting onto the scene in a shower of feathers was the Narrator of the Play itself - Carmine Fantasio! Bright red curly hair, a face covered by a Tragedy/Comedy Mask , and wearing what appeared to be a cross between a Jester and Mr. Rime's outfit, they gave a bow to the audience as they declared:

"Oh what a plight! What a delight! The Leader of our people, the great and venerable Bayhama herself, locked in a stalmate with the tragic, noble man known only as Rag'Esmi  the Graveler ! What will be the Fate of this battle of Beliefs? This Meeting of the Wills? A revelation of what Truths they hold dear?"

They sonorous, upbeat voice pierces throughout the audience, before they suddenly point at someone: You! 

"You there! Yes, you, oh Stalward Ranger of Justice! Tell me, pray tell, let it be Known: What is your Truth of What Happened Here? Who do you Believe in Most? How, if it was your Will, do you think it should end ?"

Carmine, the audience, and the Actors themselves wait with baited breath for your answers....

(05-15-2025, 06:01 PM)Lord Windos Wrote:

Spoiler

Very well! Let's see where your Fortune leads you two....

***

Inevitably, each of your attention is drawn by that Sound. That most Wonderous Sound. The two of you make your own way of tracking It it down, and eventually the two of you ended up finding each other and joing forces. 

Your hunt and search takes you down several long and winding ally ways into the heart of the City. As you explored your surroundings started to get older. Aged. Classic. The walls took on a distinctly Old Jhoto/Sinnish style as you head deeper 
                                               and deeper
                                                             into the the twisting maze of Bayhama's old and crusty arties.

Then, you're here



Inexplicably, you two find yourselves in a small park, complete with bushes, Long Grass, Trees, a small stream and who know what else.  Surrounding it was tall, tall skyscrappers and great high walls: the only path in and out was the one you just came through, complete with a Red Torri Gate. Right in the center is an old but remarkably well kept shrine - you two can't tell if it has been maintained or been abandoned and miraculously has remained preserved. It had an august, storied air about it, yet it was not at all Intimidating. Nay, you say it was downright welcome, not a hint of Ill Omen or Intention (Oz' Sisters can attest to this).

You have 3 Options for now:

1. Turn Back
2. Explore the Area Surrounding the Shrine
3. Entire the Shrine.

Each of you can take the same Option, or split them up amongst yourselves.

(05-16-2025, 04:36 AM)Redstone Wrote:

Spoiler

(05-15-2025, 06:01 PM)Lord Windos Wrote:
Very well! Let's see where your Fortune leads you two....

***

Inevitably, each of your attention is drawn by that Sound. That most Wonderous Sound. The two of you make your own way of tracking It it down, and eventually the two of you ended up finding each other and joing forces. 

Your hunt and search takes you down several long and winding ally ways into the heart of the City. As you explored your surroundings started to get older. Aged. Classic. The walls took on a distinctly Old Jhoto/Sinnish style as you head deeper 
                                               and deeper
                                                             into the the twisting maze of Bayhama's old and crusty arties.

Then, you're here



Inexplicably, you two find yourselves in a small park, complete with bushes, Long Grass, Trees, a small stream and who know what else.  Surrounding it was tall, tall skyscrappers and great high walls: the only path in and out was the one you just came through, complete with a Red Torri Gate. Right in the center is an old but remarkably well kept shrine - you two can't tell if it has been maintained or been abandoned and miraculously has remained preserved. It had an august, storied air about it, yet it was not at all Intimidating. Nay, you say it was downright welcome, not a hint of Ill Omen or Intention (Oz' Sisters can attest to this).

You have 3 Options for now:

1. Turn Back
2. Explore the Area Surrounding the Shrine
3. Entire the Shrine.

Each of you can take the same Option, or split them up amongst yourselves.

He'd scout out the surrounding area with Lani to make sure there wasn't anything dangerous in the brush and perhaps find clues on the purpose of this place. Kayla would be instructed to stand guard at the entrance should anyone nefarious have followed them.l

(05-16-2025, 10:26 AM)Lord Windos Wrote: Shrine Surroundings

1. *Kitty?
Not Slot Cost; 1 Player Only
One of you see what looks to be a feline of sorts darting through the tall grass; something seemed off about it.

(05-15-2025, 11:57 PM)Dragonstrike Wrote:

(05-15-2025, 08:33 PM)Lord Windos Wrote:

Spoiler

(Sorry for putting this off - I got a lot of plates that needed spinning, and since I figured you'd be busy with your Trip....)

You get to Main Street without much issue - though you could feel Iron Leaves being somewhat miserable in her Ball (omph) - and by the time you spot the Street Performance it was already gearing up to begin its 2nd Act : The Clash Between Light (Bayhama Settlers) and the Loam (Lepia) .

You see two actors with their Pokemon on the 'set' - one dressed in what you recognize as very traditional Sinnish clothing, accompanied by a Chatot and Infernape , and the other dressed similarly to Ianai, though in a more earthy, Grassy tones, a Arbok and what looked like an Leafy Electabuzz at his side. The Sinnish settler had bright blond hair and a angry scowl on her face, hands bunched up into fists, while the Lepian had a stony frown and  hia arms crossed

"Oh Giratina Damn You! Why must you remain so stubborn? Is what my people ask so utterly impossible, so reprehensible, that you are willing to wage war. Be reasonable!"

"Hmpt. Do not expect an Outsider to Understand what this Land, our Responsibility to it, Truly Means. We barely tolerate your settlement, obscene and foul to the Natural Order it is. Do not push your Fortune - you Will Not be Found in Favor."

The audience was 'ooohing' and awing at the drama taking place, as tension were coming to a boil and the First Bushland Wars was ready to Erupt! It was then a Pause fell over the play and the crowd grew excited - and then bursting onto the scene in a shower of feathers was the Narrator of the Play itself - Carmine Fantasio! Bright red curly hair, a face covered by a Tragedy/Comedy Mask , and wearing what appeared to be a cross between a Jester and Mr. Rime's outfit, they gave a bow to the audience as they declared:

"Oh what a plight! What a delight! The Leader of our people, the great and venerable Bayhama herself, locked in a stalmate with the tragic, noble man known only as Rag'Esmi  the Graveler ! What will be the Fate of this battle of Beliefs? This Meeting of the Wills? A revelation of what Truths they hold dear?"

They sonorous, upbeat voice pierces throughout the audience, before they suddenly point at someone: You! 

"You there! Yes, you, oh Stalward Ranger of Justice! Tell me, pray tell, let it be Known: What is your Truth of What Happened Here? Who do you Believe in Most? How, if it was your Will, do you think it should end ?"

Carmine, the audience, and the Actors themselves wait with baited breath for your answers....

"My truth of the matter, you say?  Well..."

Seddi straightens his hat dramatically.

"Conflict between those too stubborn to work together.  My belief?  Perseverance in the face of adversity, neither people nor land wantin' to yield on either side.  And my will?  An eventual accord between all, however shaky it may be.  And it's a darn shame that such accords often only come about after great strife."

(05-16-2025, 10:44 AM)Redstone Wrote:

(05-16-2025, 10:26 AM)Lord Windos Wrote: Shrine Surroundings

1. *Kitty?
Not Slot Cost; 1 Player Only
One of you see what looks to be a feline of sorts darting through the tall grass; something seemed off about it.

A cat? The last time Akamu had found a cat that looked to be a little weird things got way out of hand. If only to see if it ends up being just as dangerous he was going to investigate.

(05-16-2025, 11:52 AM)Spiritmon Wrote: Oz look at the statue. Trying to analyze it's features and how much different it is. Looking at the plaque, she try to think in some answer.

To the first question, she thinks and then give it's answer about what is left.

The memories.

To the second question:

A bit weary, but need to be strong.

To the third question, she thinks very carefully and then answer.

Because I must be, so for those that depart and I loved never truly die.